Baatara Waterfall, lacs d'Aaqoura et Batroun | Excursion d'une journée Beyrouth
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Montagnes le matin, côte l'après-midi - cette excursion d'une journée en petit groupe au départ de Beyrouth emballe le paysage naturel le plus spectaculaire du Liban en huit heures sans briser une sueur. Commencez par les gorges de Baatara – l’époustouflante cascade à trois ponts qui arrête tout le monde sur sa lancée – puis découvrez les lacs d’altitude d’Aaqoura, nichés dans les montagnes libanaises où la plupart des touristes ne s’aventurent jamais. Terminez la journée à Batroun, l'une des villes côtières les plus froides du Liban, avec une digue phénicienne, des rues en pierre et certains des meilleurs fruits de mer frais de la Méditerranée. Trois ambiances complètement différentes. Un grand jour. Parfait pour les voyageurs en solo, les routards et tous ceux qui veulent voir le vrai Liban au-delà de la piste touristique habituelle.
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9 h 00 — Départ de Beyrouth Votre chauffeur vient vous chercher à votre hôtel de Beyrouth et se dirige vers le nord dans les montagnes libanaises - la ville disparaissant derrière vous alors que la route monte vers Tannourine et la première merveille naturelle de la journée.
Gorges de Baatara — trois ponts, une cascade, zéro mot Rien ne vous prépare à Baatara. Une cascade de 255 mètres s'abaisse par trois ponts calcaires naturels successifs — phénomène géologique que l'on ne trouve nulle part ailleurs sur terre — disparaissant dans l'obscurité de la gorge en contrebas. Descendez vers le point de vue, sentez les embruns, entendez le rugissement, et essayez de prendre une photo qui lui rend justice. Vous ne pouvez pas — mais vous essayerez quand même. Au printemps, lorsque la fonte des neiges est dure, le volume d'eau est stupéfiant. Même en été, les gorges sont spectaculaires et la promenade vaut chaque pas. L'un des sites naturels les plus photographiés du Liban et l'un des plus faciles à comprendre pourquoi.
Depuis les gorges, dirigez-vous vers Aaqoura — une zone de montagne d’altitude que la plupart des visiteurs libanais ne trouvent jamais, ce qui en fait exactement la valeur. Les lacs se trouvent à plus de 1 500 mètres d'altitude, encadrés par des crêtes boisées de cèdres et des panoramas montagneux qui s'étendent sur les hauts plateaux du nord du Liban. Marchez sur le sentier des rives du lac, admirez les reflets, respirez l’air de la montagne — c’est l’un de ces endroits qui se sent vraiment hors de la carte touristique, même si elle est à seulement 30 minutes de Baatara. Parfait pour les photos, parfait pour un moment de calme, et un contraste complet avec le drame de la gorge que vous venez de quitter.
Descendez des montagnes vers la Méditerranée et arrivez à Batroun — l'une des plus anciennes villes phéniciennes du monde et aujourd'hui l'un des repaires côtiers les plus appréciés du Liban. Les rues en pierre de la vieille ville, les maisons ottomanes et les cafés en bord de mer ont une énergie complètement différente de celle du matin de montagne — décontractée, colorée et pleine de bonne nourriture. Promenez-vous le long de l'ancienne digue phénicienne — une barrière rocheuse naturelle vieille de 3 000 ans qui se dresse toujours sur la plage — avant de vous installer pour un déjeuner facultatif de mezze frais et de fruits de mer dans l'un des restaurants du front de mer. Batroun est également célèbre comme la maison de la scène de la bière artisanale du Liban si vous vous sentez comme un froid après une journée dans les montagnes.
Retour à Beyrouth — env. 17 h 00–18 h 00 Retour côtier à Beyrouth avec dépose à votre hôtel — complétant une journée qui est passée d'une cascade à trois ponts aux lacs de montagne en passant par un front de mer phénicien en huit heures à plat.
Points forts
Ce qui est inclus
Lieux et horaires de prise en charge
Nous prenons en charge les voyageurs depuis des endroits de la ville de Beyrouth
Avis des voyageurs
Informations importantes
- Sièges enfants avec besoins spéciaux disponibles
- Convient à toutes les conditions physiques
Avis(9)
Overall, our party felt that it was only OK, for such a long drive. We have to say however that the Baatara Waterfalls were really worth it. You must take the time to go down next to the gorge into which the water falls to appreciate the beauty. As for the Akoura lake, we were not able to go very high because of snow on the road, therefore we probably missed out on the view of the many artificial lakes. The time spent in Batroun was mainly to have lunch. We went to the Phoenician wall and walked a few minutes. Our driver was very friendly. However, based on the tour description and inclusions listed, we were under the impression that a professional guide was included. The driver did not provide much information along the way, or while walking across a historical town such as Batroun. He mainly drove us to the locations.
Dear Pierre Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We’re glad to hear that you found Baatara Gorge Waterfall truly worth the visit — it is indeed a spectacular natural site, especially when explored from down near the gorge. We also appreciate your understanding regarding the road conditions near Lake Akoura, as snow can sometimes limit access to higher viewpoints during certain seasons. Regarding your comment about the guide, we would like to clarify that this tour includes a professional driver/tour leader, not a licensed historical guide. As stated in the tour inclusions, a certified guide is not listed as part of the package. The driver’s role is to ensure smooth transportation and basic assistance at each stop rather than to provide in-depth historical commentary. We truly value your feedback and will continue working to make the tour descriptions as clear as possible to avoid any confusion. Thank you again for choosing to explore Batroun with us.
We had a great trip together with Ahmad to the hidden gems of Libanon, we would absolutely recommend taking the trip when exploring the country!
Hassan was very helpful and cooperating and took us to nice places, we enjoyed our time with him and we will take next time more tours with him!
I can highly recommend the experience and Alfred, our guide, was friendly and very knowledgeable. The view of the lakes was amazing from the mountain top. We could also see a herd of sheep being watered. We then went on to the waterfall, I recommend good shoes the stone can be slippery. Finally we went to Batroun. We had great lemonade, saw beautiful sights and learned about the history of the city and Lebanon.
Thank you, George! We're so glad you enjoyed the hidden gems of Lebanon with Alfred. Sounds like a perfect day—nature, history, and Batroun lemonade! Hope to see you again soon! 🌟
Our tour was absolutely amazing from start to finish! Ahmed was incredibly sweet, helpful, and truly went above and beyond to make our experience unforgettable. He showed us around with so much care and enthusiasm, it honestly felt like he was taking us to paradise. We had a random craving for shawarma, and he took us to the best spot ever. When we mentioned wanting to do some shopping, he knew exactly where to go for great deals and hidden gems. He really listened to what we wanted and made it all happen seamlessly. Can’t thank him enough for such an incredible and personalized experience. Highly recommended!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted Ahmed made your tour feel like a journey to paradise with his care and enthusiasm. It’s great to hear he helped fulfill your cravings and found those hidden gems just for you. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back soon for more unforgettable experiences!
Beautiful day trip to Tanourine and the amazing Belou3 bal3a. The ride to Akoura mountains was so refreshing and absolutely breathtaking. The scenery was out of this world. Our tour guide Ahmed was so adorable and attentive and was very informative. He even recommended an amazing lunch place in Byblos. Overall a must tour if you are visiting lebanon.
Thank you, Hala, for your lovely review! We're so happy you enjoyed the stunning scenery and had a great time with Ahmed—he’ll be thrilled to hear your kind words. Delighted the day left such a strong impression!
This tour is one of the best tours ever . Our guide Ahmad was amazing. Super pleasant and friendly . Highly recommend it . We saw the beautiful scenes of the mountain of Lebanon , gorges and lakes. Balou3 bal3a one of the most beautiful gorges ever
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled you had such a wonderful experience exploring the north of Lebanon with Ahmad. He’ll be so happy to hear your praise. Hope to see you again for more adventures!
Beautiful day trip to Tanourine and the amazing Belou3 bal3a. The ride to Akoura mountains was so refreshing and absolutely breathtaking. The scenery was out of this world. Our tour guide Ahmed was so adorable and attentive and was very informative. He even recommended an amazing lunch place in Byblos. Overall a must tour if you are visiting lebanon.
Thank you, Hala, for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the breathtaking landscapes and had such a great experience with Ahmed. He’ll be happy to know his efforts made your day extra special. Hope to welcome you again soon!
Nice private tour, enjoyed a lot, while I’m not that into tourism but it was nice to spend day with my driver Albert, while drive around, much recommended.
Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed the day and your time with Albert—he always makes the journey special. Hope to see you again on another adventure!
